William Umansky
1945 E Michigan St Orlando, Florida 32806
Firm:
Umansky Law Firm
Overview
William D. Umansky or "The Lawman" as he is affectionately known by his peers has almost two decades of experience offering "Second Chances" to clients who have either been injured as a result of someone else's negligence or who have, unfortunately, been charged with a crime. His practice is based in Central Florida and he advocates for his clients throughout Florida. He is the Managing Partner of the Umansky Law Firm where he directs a team of lawyers dedicated to success and to working hard to try and achieve the results the firm's client's desire. He has appeared or been quoted in many national media outlets including USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, People Magazine, NBC, CBS, ABC and FOX affiliates around the country. Bill has recently been named both Super Lawyer and Florida Legal Elite by his peers. Bill is a lawyer, entrepreneur, business owner and number one Amazon bestselling author of "Power Principles of Success". He also wrote a touching novel about forgiveness called "Second Chances", which is a story of hope, redemption and forgiveness. Bill's practice is focused on providing his clients with "second chances" and Bill prides himself on working hard to see that people who are injured are given compensation to begin their journey towards a new and better life-- a life they can begin as masters of their own destiny, not merely as victims of circumstance. Bill handles all personal injury cases including car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, sex abuse, negligent security, slip and fall and premise liability cases. Additionally, Bill has helped numerous people who have become entrenched in the Criminal Justice system after being caught making a mistake. He makes it his mission to provide his clients with the second chance they deserve by getting the charges dropped or reduced. In every case he serves as not just a lawyer but also a counselor, giving his clients the guidance they need to address their particular problem, such as drug or alcohol abuse, so they do not find themselves in trouble again. He has handled all types of Felony, Misdemeanor and Ordinance charges including cases involving drunk driving, drug sale or possession, trafficking, prostitution, mortgage fraud, theft, shoplifting, false imprisonment, ponzi schemes, suspended licenses, battery, domestic violence, obstruction charges and many others. Bill honed his skills as an attorney by serving as Assistant State Attorney in Florida as well as The City Prosecutor for the City of Orlando. As a prosecutor, Bill gained invaluable experience trying a voluminous number of cases. In addition to working as a prosecutor and criminal defense lawyer, he also worked for two of the most preeminent Personal Injury law firms in Orlando prior to opening his own law firm. Bill has extensive courtroom experience and won't hesitate to try a client's case, when necessary, to try and attain the results his clients need. Bill has an active "mock courtroom" at his office that he uses to prepare his clients to overcome the stress of attending court and to prepare their cases to win. Bill graduated cum laude from the University of South Florida with a bachelor's degree in Psychology and obtained a law degree from the University of Florida College of Law. During law school, Bill was a member of the University of Florida Trial Team and received a Certificate of Recognition for Outstanding Contribution to the University of Florida Law School. He also earned an award for achieving the top grade for his work in Negotiations and Dispute Settlement. Mr. Umansky also attended the Tulane Institute of European Legal Studies. In addition to his role as a lawyer, Bill has been involved with teaching others about the law. He has also been a Police Academy Instructor, former Police Legal Advisor, an Adjunct Professor at Florida Metropolitan University and a Legislative Assistant to a United States Senator. Bill Umansky is active in the Orlando community. He is currently on the Board of Directors for the Orange County Bar Association, Teen Court and Teen Alternatives, Inc. and previously served as a board member for the YMCA of Central Florida, Rotary Club of Avalon Park and the Orange County Legal Aid Society. Bill is actively involved in a number of legal organizations including The Florida Justice Association and Central Florida Trial Attorney Association. Aside from his legal contributions, Bill has served the youth of the community coaching and serving as a volunteer for youth soccer, basketball and football teams in the Orlando area. Bill is married to his wife Zahra Umansky, who is also an accomplished criminal trial lawyer, and he is the proud father of two great boys. He lives life with the motto of "Carpe Diem" and truly believes that every day needs to be lived to its fullest with passion and intensity-- because every day could be the last day one has on earth.
What legal services does this lawyer offer?
How is this lawyer compensated?
Fixed Fees
This lawyer is compensated by clients, often based on a flat fee.
Contingency Fees
This lawyer is compensated by clients, often based on a contingency fee.
Bar Admissions
Florida
Admitted in 1992
United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
Awards
President-Elect 2018-2019 - Rotary Club Rotarian of the Year 2018 - Rotary Club Clients Choice Award 2018 - Avvo Top Contributor 2018 - Avvo Central Florida Association of Women Lawyers: Leadership Team 2018-2019 Orange County Legal Aid Society, Breakfast of Champions, Award for Outstanding Service, 2009 - 2010 Orange County Legal Aid Society: Recognition for Service as Trustee of the Board, 2009 Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition by Congressman Grayson for service to Legal Aid, 2009 Bronze award to Legal Aid, 2009 Florida Trend Magazine, "Florida Legal Elite", 2010 AV Rated by Martindale Hubbell National Academy of Best Selling Authors-Certificate of Recognition -of Best-Selling Book, 2010 Orlando Home & Leisure Magazine Top Lawyers-Traffic Violations, 2012 Orlando Life Magazine Top Lawyer for Traffic Violations for Orange, Seminole, & Osceola Counties. This is based on LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell Top-Rated Lawyers list and is compiled from peer review ratings to identify those who have been rated by their peers to be AV Preeminent, 2013 Outstanding Service OCBA Executive Council , 2007 - 2013 Meritorious for Public Service Chair for Grievance Committee 09C, 2012 - 2013 Lapel Pin in recognition of exceptional pro bono service Supreme Court of Florida, 2013 Orlando Life Magazine, "Top Attorneys in Florida", 2014 Super Lawyers Magazine, "Super Lawyer", 2014 Super Lawyers Magazine, "Super Lawyer", 2015 Super Lawyers Magazine, "Super Lawyer", 2016 Attorney at Law Magazine "Attorney of the Month", 2014 Florida Trend Magazine, "Florida Legal Elite", 2014 - 2016 Florida Trend Magazine, "Florida Legal Elite", 2012
Education
University of Florida
Graduated 1992
University of South Florida
Graduated 1988
Contact Details and Office Locations
Other: (407) 338-4439
1945 E Michigan St
Orlando, Florida 32806
Orlando, Florida 32806
Client Reviews & Commendations
Write a Client Review
Login
